Supply Chain Operator (Kit Packer)

Oxford Gene Technology; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in genomic solutions is seeking a Supply Chain Operator to join their Cambridge-based Operations team. The role involves managing all aspects of an efficient supply chain, including kit assembly and inventory management, while collaborating with various teams to drive improvements. Candidates should have ISO and GMP experience, strong organizational skills, and a growth mindset. Offering competitive salary and benefits, including private health insurance and generous holiday leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private Health Insurance

Group Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of working within ISO and GMP environments.
• Growth mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all aspects of an efficient end-to-end supply chain.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assembly areas.
• Liaise with Customer Services to ensure timely dispatch of orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Ability to prioritize tasks

Job description

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Operator within our Cambridge based Operations team. This role is responsible for delivering all aspects of an efficient end-to-end supply chain within Operations, including kit assembly, goods in/out, warehousing customer service and inventory management, whilst providing additional support to projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you'll be doing for us

• Final product assembly
• Maintain Dangerous Goods and Dry Ice certification
• Print and reconcile version-controlled documents and labels confidently and independently
• Monitor and maintain tock levels of materials and reagents within the kit assembly area, identify and raise order requisitions and/or material requests for replenishment
• Oversee and ensure the maintenance of cleanliness and organisation of the kit assembly and dispatch areas, bench areas and fridge/ freezers
• Raise Material Transfer Form requests to replace stock as necessary
• Assist with Materials Management tasks as directed, including the selection, and picking of warehouse items using the MRP system
• Assist, when required, with creating packing sheets, adding stock entries and keying orders into the SAGE accounting system
• Provide support across various Supply Chain functions including kit packing, dispatch, goods in processing and general warehouse operations
• Liaise with Customer Services to ensure customer orders are fulfilled, prepared and dispatched on time
• Execute and document tasks using approved ISO compliant documentation
• Adhere to procedures documented in the Cytocell quality system and ensuring that any non-compliance noted is reported in a timely manner using approved procedures
• Ensuring safety related issues are reported, including completion of relevant documentation
• Write and update SOP's BMR's and other documentation as required
• Working within the dispatch area, liaising within Customer Services to ensure customer orders are fulfilled, prepared and dispatched on time
• Pro-actively seek out and identify opportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to Supervisory Team
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive the sustainable agenda along the entire supply chain
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientific, laboratory and R&D teams that include a diverse range of personalities and skills.

To provide support to other areas of operation as required:

• Complete tasks as commensurate with the level and nature of the post as delegated by the Finished Goods Supervisor
• Assist when required with warehouse goods-in and material transfer processes and update inventory systems accordingly
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure warehouse inventory levels are optimized to meet manufacturing demand while minimizing carrying costs
• Identify and investigate any inventory discrepancies or issues and implement corrective actions.

What we are looking for in you

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working within ISO and GMP environments
• Growth mindset – actively searching out opportunities for improvement, simplification and reduction in waste
• Right first time - strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literacy
• Ability to be in the office 5 days per week.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of customer service, ERP export, dispatch and production processes
• Knowledge of requirements of ISO9001 & ISO13485.

In return you'll receive

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• High Street Discount Scheme.

Application is via CV and a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.